Additional Notes
Overnight Oat Tips:
Remember you can add or remove some ingredients to suit your likes and what you have at home. You could add nuts, goji berries, or protein powder, or even milk powder.
- Are overnight oats healthy?
Yes, most overnight oats use more rolled, raw oats which are less processed than the instant oat variety. It is said the slow cooking process retains more nutrients than boiling oats. If you are gluten-free, simply use gluten-free oats. You can read more here: https://food.ndtv.com/food-drinks/overnight-soaked-oats-versus-regular-bowl-of-oats-whats-the-difference-2221175
- How long should I soak overnight oats?
The best thing is you don’t have to cook overnight oats! They need to soak for at least 2 hours, but we highlit recommend soaking them overnight…they will be creamier and delicious.
- Why add seeds:
Chia and flax seeds absorb moisture to make the final product more creamy and thick. These seeds contain healthy omega-3 and, like oats, they will also add fibre and protein to your breakfast.
- What is the right amount of liquid to add to overnight oats? Stick 2:1 ratio of liquod to dry mix. (ie: 1 cup liquid to 1/2 cup dry oats).